At WATA Factory, protecting our clients’ data is far more than complying with the law or following technical protocols: it is a real commitment that shapes our everyday work. We know: behind every piece of data lies trust — and looking after that trust with care and responsibility is the foundation of our relationship with the people who rely on us.
Security doesn’t just depend on sophisticated tools, but also on small everyday habits that we all internalise. One of the simplest, yet most effective, is turning off or locking your screen whenever you leave your desk — whether for lunch, a quick break, or just to clear your mind.
It may seem like a small gesture, but it’s crucial for preventing unauthorised access to confidential information. That’s why at WATA Factory we haven’t just made this a rule — we’ve made it part of our culture in our own style: with humour and a sense of complicity between colleagues. The best part is that since we introduced this little tradition, nobody forgets to lock their screen anymore.
“Really, George?”: a touch of humour to remember what matters
To reinforce this habit without being heavy-handed, an idea was born that soon turned into a little office tradition — leaving a card on the keyboard of anyone who forgets to lock their screen, with the words: “Really, George? Did you leave your screen on?”
The phrase comes from a well-known Nespresso advert with George Clooney. The scene: an elegant reception, glamorous guests, everything running smoothly — until Clooney, in a careless moment, spills a drop of coffee on the dress of a royal figure. Silence falls. Eyes turn to him, surprised and slightly reproachful… and then, one by one, the guests repeat the same line, dripping with irony: “Really, George?”
Clooney’s final expression — somewhere between disbelief and resignation — says it all: he knows he slipped up.
That little card is more than a joke. It’s a kind, humorous reminder that keeps us alert while strengthening camaraderie and shared responsibility. And the truth is, the effect was immediate — the habit stuck so fast that we don’t even need the card anymore.
Security is something we build together
At WATA Factory, data protection isn’t just the job of one department or limited to IT systems. It’s a shared responsibility and part of our culture.
Every gesture, however small, helps create an environment where privacy is a priority and everyone feels responsible. The “Really, George?” initiative shows how something serious can be turned into a natural, everyday habit — without losing rigour or respect.
Step by step, we build a security culture based on trust, mutual support, and collaboration.
Of course, we comply with all data protection regulations and apply the strictest protocols. But we also foster simple, effective habits that really make a difference in practice. Locking your screen may seem basic, but it’s a key piece of keeping sensitive information safe.
Professionalism with a Jerez twist
At WATA Factory, we combine professionalism with a touch of humour, typical of Jerez de la Frontera, creating a workplace where security isn’t imposed but lived naturally, as part of teamwork.
What started out as a small internal joke has become a real awareness tool. The “Really, George?” dynamic reflects how we see security as a shared responsibility — everyone helps keep standards high, without losing a sense of camaraderie.
It even adds a touch of gamification: the habit sticks naturally. Today, with the practice firmly established, the card has disappeared — and that’s the best proof it worked.
In the end, security is built not only with rigour and rules, but also with colleagues who remind you, with a smile, when it’s time to stay alert.
